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Florida's tax-free back-to-school weekend starts Aug. 2. Here's everything you need to know.
This year, the tax exemption holiday lasts a total of five days and includes computers.
Sara DiNatale | Times | 7/24/2019
It’s almost time to hit the books, and the store.
Florida’s tax holiday begins on Aug. 2. Shoppers will be able to buy the bulk of what their children need for school without having to pay sales tax. The Florida Retail Federation estimates Floridians will save a combined $36 million from the tax break and spend an average of $600 on back-to-school items.
This year’s tax exemption period will last five days, with the last day to shop tax-free ending Aug. 6.
The tax holiday does come with a somewhat long list of specifications, but we’ve broken down the most important parts.
What items are tax free?
Read the full story at the Tampa Bay Times.
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